David McCampbell : Top Ace of U.S. Naval Aviation in World War II Paperback / softback
by David Lee Russell
Paperback / softback
Description
This book explores the life and career of David McCampbell, the leader of the most successful naval air group in combat in WWII.
An unequalled naval aviator, McCampbell shot down a total of 34 Japanese aircraft across numerous battles.
Eventually awarded the Medal of Honor, he first served in the Atlantic as a carrier Landing Safety Officer, then as an air group leader in the Pacific theater.
The author details McCampbell’s 31-year career, revealing an incredible diversity of leadership roles and service assignments.
McCampbell commanded ships, training centers, aircraft squadrons and held a variety of Navy and Defense Department senior staff positions.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:253 pages
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:30/06/2019
- Category:
- ISBN:9781476677798
Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:253 pages
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:30/06/2019
- Category:
- ISBN:9781476677798